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Uncommonstraighten
The correct spelling is straighten.
How to pronounce straighten
/ˈstɹeɪtn̩/
verbIPA: /ˈstɹeɪtn̩/
Say it like: Str-ayt-en
The correct spelling is straighten. To cause to become straight. For example: "to straighten one's affairs, or an account"
Usage Examples
“to straighten one's affairs, or an account”
Definition
verb
- 1.To cause to become straight.
- 2.To become straight.
- 3.To put in order; to sort; to tidy up.
- 4.To clarify a situation or concept to (an audience).
- 5.To bribe or corrupt.
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